Program Aide

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory; San Angelo, Town of Texas, Greensburg (TX, WI, Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Program Aide to lead and nurture children's activities in an after-school program. This role involves developing engaging lesson plans, ensuring a safe and healthy environment, and providing nutritious meals. With a focus on fostering a positive atmosphere, you will play a vital role in shaping the children's experiences. Join a mission-driven organization that values uplifting, bravery, and trustworthiness, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about child development and eager to contribute to a greater purpose, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in child development programs.
• Ability to pass state licensing background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead children's activities and maintain a clean environment.
• Prepare and serve meals while ensuring children's safety.

Skills

Child Development

Classroom Management

Communication

Nutritional Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Salvation Army Vehicle

Job description

San Angelo, TX 34 W. 3rd Street 76902, 34 W. 3rd Street, San Angelo, Texas, United States of America Req #30644

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Position Type: Program Aide

About this opportunity: Leads children’s activities at an after-school program, including classroom training, tutoring, sports activities, bible study, computer programs, and specialized programs; prepares and serves children lunch and snacks; assists in leading field trips; maintains the cleanliness of the after-school area; transports passengers in a Salvation Army vehicle.

Key responsibilities:

• Provides constant care for the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.
• Prepares and serves children snacks and meals; ensures that children receive nutritional and tasteful food; provides a positive, relaxed atmosphere during children’s mealtime encouraging conversation.
• Develops and implements lesson plans which are age-group program specific; utilizes age-group appropriate discovery areas, enriched with program-specific activities, including teacher-made materials and hands-on activities.

What we are looking for in you:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• One to two years’ experience teaching child development programs.
• Valid State Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass all state licensing background checks.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to observe children and ensure their safety. Ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle safely observing all laws, regulations, and policies. Ability to pass DOT requirements to drive a Salvation Army midbus or other DOT vehicle if requested. Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees, and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member, or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are…

• Uplifting
• Brave
• Trustworthy

Additional Information:

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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